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The facial serum format is not new, but many are still not sure that they are using this product correctly. We offer to fill gaps in knowledge.
What is face serum and its features
Whey is a product additional rather than basic care. That is, serum is not used instead of a day / night cream.
Facial serum is concentrated remedy. The formula is limited to a couple of active ingredients, but in high concentration.
Serums – cosmetics narrowly focused actionaimed at solving a specific problem.
Serums always have a very light texture and quickly absorbed. In most cases, serums are not much denser than water. Due to their lightness, they are often confused with fluids, but they are completely different products.
Serum requires subsequent application of cream and does not apply on its own. Although there are exceptions.
Serums are used in tandem with cream
Useful Properties
Serum for the face, regardless of its purpose and composition, is highly effective and, when used correctly, provides a stable result.
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Serum types
The range of cosmetic tasks that serums can solve is huge. Name any and you can’t go wrong.
Moisturizing face serum. Moisturizing is one of the most sought-after effects from concentrates. Here, a face serum with hyaluronic acid is excellent, it, like other hydrofixators, increases the level of moisture in the epidermis.
Rejuvenation. Serums with collagen stimulate its synthesis, as well as elastin in the skin, providing a lifting effect. Or they fight wrinkles, “pushing out” them from the inside due to the same hyaluronic serum.
Whitening. In this case, the facial serum solves the main goal – an even distribution of melanin and a renewing effect.
Update. The acids included in the composition of the serums affect the effects of acne and photoaging.
Free radical protection. It is carried out by vitamin formulas aimed at daily combating the destructive effect of oxidants.
Serum selection by skin type
Since the serum is used to solve specific problems, when choosing it is worth focusing not even on the type of skin, but on its condition:
dehydration – choose serums with hyaluronic acid;
signs of photoaging;
acne with oily skin – in this case, you should pay attention to the serum for problem skin;
increased greasiness;
loss of elasticity.
How to use face serum
To use the serum for the skin of the face correctly, it is necessary to take into account its type and purpose. For example, anti-wrinkle serums, as well as those aimed at correcting imperfections (pigmented spots, flabbiness), are usually applied in a course of 2-3 months and repeated three times a year or as needed.
Serum – concentrate, you only need a few drops
How to apply a facial serum with pronounced caring properties (moisturizing, antioxidant)? In this case, they can be used on an ongoing basis or longer courses up to 4 months.
To achieve the result declared by the manufacturer, the serum must be applied according to the rules. So, the serum is applied:
after tonic;
before cream;
a few drops are distributed over the face until completely absorbed.
It is wise to choose serum and cream of the same line or at least one brand: this is the fastest and surest way to achieve the task. Exceptions are hyaluronic and antioxidant serums – they are universal.
Read about the difference between a cream and a serum and what is better to use here.
The best face serums: user reviews
In our review, we included serums for facial skin for various purposes and studied the reviews of each product.
Antioxidant
Highly effective antioxidant serum for normal to dry skin CE Ferulic, SkinCeuticals 8 times increases the skin’s ability to self-defense, prevents and corrects the signs of photoaging due to the joint work of three antioxidants:
pure L-ascorbic acid 15%;
alpha-tocopherol (vitamin E) 1%;
ferulic acid 0,5%.
Antioxidant serum for oily and normal skin Phloretin CF, SkinСeuticals, gives a powerful charge that can prevent damage to cells by ultraviolet radiation and poor ecology. In the formula:
L-ascorbic acid 10%;
phloretin 2,0%;
ferulic acid 0,5%.
Moisturizers
Intensive moisturizing regenerating gel Hydrating B5, SkinCeuticals, owes its success to a very high concentration of hyaluronic acid in combination with vitamin B5 (improves regeneration). Quickly reduces the feeling of tightness and dullness caused by dehydration. This super moisturizer does not require “sealing” cream.
Daily Serum Gel for Affected Skin, Mineral 89, Vichy – the secret of this product is simple, like everything ingenious: a record for the brand (89%) concentration of mineralizing thermal water plus hyaluronic acid, also in high concentration. Hence – a powerful moisturizing effect, pH normalization and restoration of the barrier-protective functions of the epidermis, as well as the return of:
smoothness;
elasticity;
radiant, healthy looking.
Against acne
Serum for acne correction and age-related changes Blemish & Age Defense, SkinCeuticals, thanks to a combination of five acids, it reduces the production of sebum and the number of imperfections, helps to even out the relief and soft renewal. Glycolic (3,5%) and sulfonic (0,5%) acids improve exfoliation.
Upgrading
Nightly Refining Micro-Peel Concentrate, Kiehl’s With AHA Acid and Quinoa Husk Extract, helps skin shed dead cells faster, resulting in a smoother, more radiant, and even-toned skin.
Vitamin C Antioxidant Skin Renewal Serum, La Roche-Posay in addition to vitamin C, it also contains salicylic acid, which provides a smoothing effect due to exfoliating action.
Against wrinkles
Anti-aging serum Revitalift Filler [hA], L’Oréal Paris fills wrinkles with low molecular weight hyaluronic acid, similar to professional fillers, and gradually increases skin density.
Advanced Génifique Youth Activator, Lancôme affects the microbiome of the skin and systematically erases all signs of aging.
Against pigmentation
Serum for even skin tone Clearly Corrective Dark Spot Solution, Kiehl’s contains active vitamin C and peony extract, reduces the severity of age spots and generally evens out skin tone, restoring its radiance.